College Volleyball Star Killed in Atlanta Nightclub Shooting
Mariam Creighton, a 21-year-old student-athlete from Albany State University, was fatally shot early Sunday morning during an incident at Elleven45 Lounge in north Atlanta. Creighton, who played for the university's Division-II volleyball team, was one of two people killed in the shooting. The other victim has been identified as 20-year-old Nakyris Ridley.
The Atlanta Police Department reported that the shooting occurred following a physical dispute that escalated into gunfire. In addition to the two fatalities, four other individuals sustained injuries from the gunfire.
Albany State University, a historically black university located approximately three hours south of Atlanta, expressed deep sorrow over Creighton's death. The official athletics department posted a message of condolence on their social media account, extending heartfelt sympathies to her family, friends, and teammates.
The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, of which Albany State’s Golden Rams are a part, also issued a statement mourning Creighton's passing and recognizing her as a cherished member of the athletic community.
Creighton was reportedly at the nightclub to celebrate her niece's birthday. Her family described the event as 'senseless' and conveyed their grief over her untimely death.
Preliminary investigations are ongoing as authorities work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting.